Steel & MRO Buyer at Arcosa Inc in Sumterville, Florida

Job Description:

Arcosa, Inc., headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is a growth-oriented manufacturer of infrastructure-related products and services with leading positions in construction, energy, and transportation markets.

At Arcosa we are unified in our commitment to build a better world.  To accomplish our vision, we advance a safety-focused and Environmental/Social/Governance-driven culture by remaining steadfast to our Value Statements:

• We are committed to being Innovative, Focused & Results Oriented.


• We act with integrity by remaining Principled, Honest and Fair.


• We make things happen by being Agile, Driven and Passionate.


• We win together by being Collaborative, Dedicated and United.

We activate the potential of our people, which makes Arcosa the best place to work in our industry!  Come join our team! 

Arcosa Traffic Structures is looking for a Steel and MRO Buyer. In this role the you will perform supply chain and logistics functions, which may include, but are not limited to, material procurement, MRO procurement, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection and distribution. 

You will also be responsible for establishing key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain planning/forecasting to measure actual performance against goals and promotes alignment by understanding and communicating customer needs and requirements throughout the organization. 

Location: Sumterville, FL

 What you'll do:

• Perform supply chain and logistics functions, which may include, but are not limited to, material an MRO procurement, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection and distribution.


• Control the monthly checkbook for MRO spending in conjunction with the Accounting Department.


• Compile data on order volume, forecasts and apply statistical methods to estimate future material requirements.


• Negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers.


• Correct and research variances for AP items on-hold (PO vs. quantity received vs. Invoice)


• Plan, schedule and monitor inbound movement of materials from suppliers


• Coordinate information and activities with other team members


• May coordinate or exchange information with third parties, vendors, or customers 


• Manage Purchase Credit Card and turn reports in monthly


• Able to handle high stress and fast turnaround PO’s


• Purchasing of Steel Plate, Large and Small Diameter Steel Pipe, Steel Angle, Aluminum material and Processed Steel Plates. 

What you'll need:

• Intermediate to advanced computer skills


• Strong organizational skills


• Above average written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work with many levels within the organization


• 5-7 years of manufacturing experience preferred


• 3-5 years of procurement of Steel Purchasing items


• APICS Certification preferred but not required


• Bachelor’s degree preferred work experience listed above

Working Conditions:

• Hourly full-time position


• Safety sensitive role – Activities include:


• Be aware of and observe all safety practices.


• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.


• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.


• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.


• This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays


• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant.
  
  
  
  • As an important member of the team, you will be responsible for:
  
  
  
  


• Activating the potential of our people,


• Caring for our customers,


• Optimizing operations and


• Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.

Benefits

• Benefits Include:


• Health & Pharmacy


• Dental & Vision


• Critical Illness


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance


• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance


• 401(k) W/Company Match


• Short-Term Disability


• Voluntary Long-Term Disability


• Employee Assistance Program

Logistics Supply Chain